Ask the dealer where your fuel power switch is located and turn it off. some turn off when you push them in. to turn it back on you push it in and it stays in. after you have located the fuel power switch and have turned it off, turn the engine on til it runs out of gas and turns off. it will run out of gas because you have turned the fuel pump powr off and the engine has burned the line fuel that went in to the engine. after the engine turns off, crank the engine for about 7 seconds. This will remove all the fuel pressure in the line. Your fuel filter will either be mounted under the car or on the engine fire wall. after you have located the fuel filter remove the two clamps (they may be metal or plastic) Take your time and watch how you remove them and you will reverse the order you used to remove the fuel filter clamps and fuel filter. It is a good idea to purchase new clamps with the replacement fuel filter and use them. Ask the dealer to explain how the clamp is removed and installed. He can demenstrate by illustrating it with the new clamps and fuel filter.

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Using a pair of pliers, expand the hose clamp on one side of the filter, and slide the clamp further down the hose, past the point to which the filter pipe extends. Remove the other clamp in the same manner.

Grasp the hoses near the ends and twist them gently to pull them free from the filter pipes.

Pull the filter from the clip and discard.

Install the new filter into the clip. Push the hoses onto the filter pipes, and slide the clamps back into position. Start the engine and check for leaks.
Fig. 1: Fuel filter - 1970-79
Fig. 2: Fuel filter - 1980-83

1984-86 Carbureted Engines
The fuel filter is located on the inside of the frame above the left rear spring front shackle.
Changing the filter is VERY awkward. Since it is in-line and below tank level, fuel will pour from the fuel lines when they are disconnected from the filter. The only way of preventing this, is to siphon all of the gasoline from the tank before replacing the filter. Another possible method is to clamp and plug the fuel line, but this is not recommended because of the danger of leaking fuel or damage which could occur to the fuel line when clamped. It would, therefore, be a good idea to run the tank almost dry before changing the filter. Once the tank is dry, disconnect the fuel lines at the filter, unbolt the old filter and install a new one. Reconnect the fuel lines, fill the tank, start the engine and check for leaks.
Fig. 3: Fuel filter - 1984-86
Fig. 4: Remove the shield mounting bolts
Fig. 5: Remove the shield, if necessary for fuel filter removal
Fig. 6: Removing fuel filter - always replace fuel line clamps
Fuel Injected Engines WARNING Never attempt to remove the fuel filter without first relieving the fuel system pressure!

Release the fuel pressure from the fuel line as follows:

Remove the fuel pump fuse at the fuse box.

Start the engine.

After the engine stalls, crank the engine two or three times to make sure that the fuel pressure is released.

Turn the ignition switch OFF and reinstall the fuel pump fuse.

Loosen the hose clamps at the fuel inlet and outlet lines then slide each line off the filter nipples.

Position a suitable container below the fuel filter to collect any excess fuel that may leak from the filter and lines.
CAUTION Observe all applicable safety precautions when working around fuel. Whenever servicing the fuel system, always work in a well ventilated area. Do not allow fuel spray or vapors to come in contact with a spark or open flame. Keep a dry chemical fire extinguisher near the work area. Always keep fuel in a container specifically designed for fuel storage; also, always properly seal fuel containers to avoid the possibility of fire or explosion.

Remove the retaining clip from the fuel filter upper hose.

Disconnect the upper hose from the fuel filter and drain any excess fuel into the container. Plug the hose.

Raise and safely support the vehicle.

Remove the retaining clip from the fuel filter lower hose.

Disconnect the lower hose from the fuel filter and drain any excess fuel into the container. Plug the hose.

Lower the vehicle.

Unfasten the filter retaining clamp screw and remove the fuel filter.
Fig. 1: The fuel filter is located in the engine compartment, between the fuel tank and fuel rail — 1.9L engine's underside shown
Fig. 2: To remove the fuel filter upper hose clip, grasp the clip (arrow) . . .
Fig. 3: . . . and gently pull the clip from the hose. (Lower hose clip removal is similar)
Fig. 4: Grasp the hose and pull it from the fuel filter
Fig. 5: Unfasten the filter retaining clamp screw
Fig. 6: Grasp the filter and remove it from the vehicle
To install:

Position the fuel filter and tighten the filter mounting clamp.

Remove the plug, then connect the upper hose to the filter and install the hose retaining clip.

Raise and safely support the vehicle.

Remove the plug, connect the lower hose to the filter and install the hose retaining clip.

FIRST YOU NEED A SUITABLE CONTAINER.PLACE UNDER FILTER DRAIN HOSE OPEN THE FILTER DRAIN.NOW YOU HAVE TO REMOVE THE TURBOCHARGER ASSEMBLY.REMOVE THE THE BAFFLE AND THE AIR INLET CROSSOVER MANIFOLD.REMOVE THE TWO CAPSCREWS SECURING THE FUEL FILTER BASE TO THE CRANLCASE.DISCONNECT THE WATER DRAIN HOSE FROM FILTER. DISCONNECT THE FUEL OUTLET HOSE LOCATED BETWEEN THE FUEL AND FILTER HOUSING.AND THE FUEL RETURN HOSE FROM THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE.DISCONNECT THE TWO FUELSUPPLY HOSES THAT CONNECT THE REGULATOR BLOCK TO THE CYLINDER FUEL RAILS.LOOSEN THE CLAMP AT THE FUEL PUMP END OF THE HOSE WHICH CONNECTS THE FUEL FILTER TO THE INLET OF HIGH PRESSURE STAGE AT THE FUEL PUMP.DISENGAGE THE WIRING HARNESS FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE FILTER HOUSING.DISENGAGE THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS FROM THE WATER IN FUEL SENSOR AND THE FUEL HEATER.REMOVE THE FUEL FILTER.USE A PRYBAR TO REMOVE THE FUEL FILTER CAP AND THE FILTER ELEMENT WILL COME OUT WITH THE CAP.DEPRESS THE ELEMENT LOCKING TABS AND REMOVE THE ELEMENT FROM THE CAP.TO INSTALL CLEAN THE MATING SURFACES AND INSTALL THE FILTER ELEMENT ONTO THE CAP MAKING SURE THE TABS ENGAGE.INSTALL THE FILTER CAP AND PRESS DOWN FIRMLY BUT GENTLY TO ENGAGE IT.ENGAGE THE WIRING CONNECTIONS TO THE FUEL HEATER AND WIF SENSOR.ENGAGE THE WIRING HARNESS TO THE FILTER HOUSING.TIGHTEN THE CLAMP AT THE FUEL PUMP END OF HOSE WHICH CONNECTS THE FUEL FILTER TO THE INLET OF HIGH PRESSURE STAGE AT THE FUEL PUMP.ENGAGE THE TWO FUEL SUPPLY HOSES THAT CONNECT THE REGULATOR BLOCK TO THE CYLINDER HEAD FUEL RAILS.CONNECT THE FUEL OUTLET HOSE LOCATED BETWEEN THE FUEL AND FILTER HOUSING AND THE FUEL RETURN HOSE FROM THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR VALVE.CONNECT THE WATER DRAIN HOSE TO THE FILTER.INSTALL THE 2 CAP SCREWS SECURING THE FUEL FILTER BASE TO THE CRANKCASE.INSTALL THE AIR INLET CROSSOVER MANIFOLD AND BAFFLE.INSTALL THE TURBOCHARGER ASSEMBLY.

Fuel Filters
In-Tank Removal and Installation
The in-tank fuel pump filter is not serviced separately. To service the fuel pump filter, replace the fuel pump (9350). Refer to the procedure in this section.
In-Line Removal
The following illustration is an exploded view of the fuel filter (9155).

On these vehicles, the fuel filter is located on the fuel line to the carburetor. Special care should be taken when removing and installing the fuel filter, not to bend or distort the fuel line in any way.

Remove gas cap to relieve any pressure that may be present in the fuel system.

Remove the air cleaner bonnet assembly.

Using a backup wrench on the return line fitting on the top of the fuel filter, remove the fuel line with a flare nut wrench.

Using a backup wrench on the fuel filter inlet fitting, remove the fuel line from the fuel filter with a flare nut wrench.

Using a backup wrench on the fuel filter outlet fitting, loosen the fuel line and remove the fuel filter from the engine with a flare nut wrench.

FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT1.Reduce the internal pressure of the fuel pipes and hoses by completing the following operations.
(1)Disconnect the fuel pump harness after removing the rear seat cushion.
(2)Start the engine and after it stalls, turn the ignition switch OFF.
(3)Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
(4)Connect the fuel pump harness connector

2.Remove the bolt connecting the fuel line with the fuel filter.Cover with a shop towel to avoid gasoline from splashing.3.Remove the fuel filter mounting bolt, then remove the fuel filter from the fuel filter clamp.4.After replacing the fuel filter, check for fuel leaks.